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LM53 UBV

2003 Ford Focus C-max

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,362 mi
Last recorded96,362 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Ford Focus C-max74,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM53 UBV
MakeFord
ModelFocus C-max
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 96,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 96,362 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 86,294 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2019 86,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 145,550 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 72,832 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 68,489 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

Front nearside and offside inner brake discs slightly coroded and lipped

Fail 19 Jan 2017 68,489 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

Front nearside and offside inner brake discs slightly coroded and lipped

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 64,941 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of belt

nearside sill is slightly damaged but not seriously weakened

Fail 21 Jan 2016 64,935 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of belt

nearside sill is slightly damaged but not seriously weakened

Pass 30 Jan 2015 60,987 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 56,186 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside sill damaged but not seriosly weakened

offside rear wheel bearing is slightly rough when rotated

Fail 27 Jan 2014 56,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside sill damaged but not seriosly weakened

offside rear wheel bearing is slightly rough when rotated

Fail 29 Jan 2013 50,235 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 50,235 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 45,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2011 39,757 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 33,370 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 24,354 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 20,429 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 16,272 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 11,443 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Focus C-max?

Based on 1,326,487 MOT tests across 79,932 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,909
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
79,932
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,238
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26,690
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 24,018
Registration plate lamp not working 21,723
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 19,411
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LM53 UBV is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Ford Focus C-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 74,678 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus C-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 67,238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM53 UBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus C-max typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Focus C-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LM53 UBV registered?

LM53 UBV is a 2003 Ford Focus C-max, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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